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Newspaper

Parowan Times

Location

Parowan, Utah, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1930

Page

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Petition Filed for County Seat Move to Cedar City

More than two thousand signers urged the County Board to put a ballot question to voters in November on relocating the county seat from Parowan to Cedar City. The board authorized drafting a proclamation. the action was opposed by Commissioner Williams as premature but approved unanimously.

Board of County Commissioners Cedar City Big Levy and Williams Neiither Cedar Levy Coard

Court Holds Brief Session This Week

Judge Cox held a brief District Court session Tuesday dismissing with prejudice Doolittle Gas and 611 Co. vs R. E. Winterrose. Lit tle vs O. E. Burt et al set for March 21. An interlocutory divorce decree was granted in Clarence E Hull vs Irene Hall with fault set against Hull. A default judgment for $453.88 and costs was rendered for J. B. Colt Corporation against Minerva Williams as administratrix of John D. Williams. Gordon Jewelry Co. vs Archie E. Gilger concerned ownership of merchandise from a conditional sale. defendant claimed loss of the contract.

Cox District Court Doolittle Gas R. ES. Winterrose J. C. Little O. E. Burt Clarence E Hull Irene Hall J. B. Colt Corporation Minerva Williams John D. Williams Gordon Jewelry Co Archie E. Gilger

Paragonah Town Names Appointed Officers

Paragonah appointive officers were sworn in, including Marshal Jesse W. Topham and Justice James W. Barton, with others like Town Clerk Jane Adams and Treasurer Bet ey Boardman confirming bonds. Some officials had not yet qualified by week’s start while residents Merrill and Mrs. Lund visit from Milford.

Paragonah Jesse W. Topham James W. Barton Jane Adams Betey Boardman Leonard Topham Wm. PI. Barton Clifton Stones J. L. Dalton

Andersons Visit Park City Kin in Paragonah

Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Anderson of Park City spent a few days in Paragonah this week as guests of Mr. and Mrs. James W. Barton. Anderson is a cousin of Barton, and Mrs. Anderson is a sister of Mrs. Barton.

J. H. Anderson Park City Paragonah James W. Barton Mr. Anderson Belver Barion Anderson

Daurlog the Dance Arrest Leads to Parowan Lockup

Jernest Murls of Cedar City was arrested Friday night by town Marshal Clarence Yamoreaux and jailed in Parowan. Offenses charged include intoxication and use of profane and obscene language. Read the clues in this page.

Daurlog Jernest Murls Cedar City Clarence Yamoreaux Parowan

Five Losses Strike Matheson Family in Tragic Illness

Mr and Mrs Angus B Matheson mourn the death of 10 month old Nelle Tae after whooping cough complications. The Matheson family has lost four of their five children, with funeral services held at home on Venice day afternoon featuring prayers and songs performed by local singers and speakers.

Angus B. Mathesin Nelle Tae L. J. Adams Wilford Day Walter C. Mitchell Klelindas Adams Maude Lyman L. J. Adama John Stevens A. Matheson

Special Melchisedec Priesthood Invitation Social Event

A West Ward church committee invites all Melchisedec Priesthood members and partners to a social next Wednesday Feb 19 in the Relief room and banquet hall. Fristhood members pay 3s?3ed and partners bring cake or sandwiches. Ice cream cheese pickles coron etc will be furnished. After a program there will be games and dancing. Committee notes Dr C M Clark buys half of the Tl Mo Hendricksen lot from the heirs.

West Ward Friesthood Bcc

Parowan County Commissioners Regular February Actions

The board handled busines including gravel labor disputes on the Parowan Valley school route and raised the yard price to 50c after failed half-pay proposals. They protested gasoline tax increases, discussed roof repairs on the public safety building, sought bids for repair work, and approved road and library board changes along with minor financial items.

Board of County Commissioners Parowan Valley Rex Ward Marsden Woodbury Oscar Lyman Parowen Public Safety Levy Claterce Richards Connell Dan E. Matheson Terry Jos. H. Lund Paragonah Edward L. Burton Central Trust Companies

Fire Plugs Up Cedar City Jail After Magazines Burn

Ernest Marie of Cedar City was jailed after allegedly causing a disturbance at a rabbit hunters dance. He started a small blaze in the local jail area and the flames spread from burning magazines on the floor. Deputies extinguished the fire and left.

Ernest Marie Cedar City Pa- Pagonah Marie Bennon

Mr BE Ray Lyman Attends Iron Chin to Woo growersa Ass'n Meeting

Mr BE Ray Lyman traveled from Gedar City to attend a Saturday night meeting of the Iron Chin to Woo growersa Association.

Mr. BE Ray Lyman Gedar City

Local Woolgrowers Form Brand New Selling Plan

The Iron County Woolgrowery Association voted to use Draper & Co as the sole selling agency for wool with a fixed charge of 1.40 per hundred pounds, plus 3.25 per hundred for state and national expenses. Advances of up to 1,000 fleeces were offered, growers signaled strong support, and contracts were signed as Middleton and Draper officials arranged financing through the Federal Farm Board.

Iron County Woolgrowery Association W. N. Harvey Utah Woolgrowers” Association Joe Johnson F. W. Middleton Draper & Go Federal Farm Board Middleton Floover Administration Draper & Co State National Association Ig.ield Parowar

Bobcats Dominate BYU in Tough Conference Showdown

Montana State College defeated Brigham Young 39 to 20 as the Bobcats surged with fast breaks and stifling defense. Frank Ward poured in 30 points with assist by Thompson, as Montana State built a 27 to 13 halftime lead and extended the margin in Bozeman.

Salt Lake Tribune Brigham Young Montana State College Otf Romney Montana Bobcat

Paragonah Child Dies From Pneumonia

Laura Robin Robingon, nine, daughter of Calvin and Sarah Topham Robingon, died at County hospital after a two week illness. She showed signs of recovery days before a sudden decline. Funeral set for Friday afternoon in Paragonah. Survived by parents a sister and two brothers. The Times extends sympathy.

Tattle Laura Robinson Calvin Sarah Topham Robingon Pneumonis Para Foeboth Fevdes Saler

Prominent Woolgrowers Attend Iron County Meeting

Kanarra figures led by John H. Williams G B Williams Wells vil Ilama and three or four others traveled to attend the Iron County Woolgrowers Association meeting on Saturday night. Neil Benson returns home after months away in Salt Lake City and Park City.

Kanarra Johnh. Willams G. B. Williams Wells Vil Ilama Iron County Woolgrowers’ Association Neil Benson Salt Lake City Park City

County officers report positive Ogden convention trip

County officers Rowley Hulet and Dalley attended the convention in Ogden last week and report a very good convention and an enjoyable trip.

Rowley Hulet Dalley Ogden

Baby Boy Born to Parley and Mrs Neeley in Salt Lake City

Announcements note the birth of a baby boy on February 9 to Mr. and Mrs. Parley R. Neeley in Salt Lake City. Mrs. Neeley is also known to Times readers as Josephine Mitchell.

Parley R. Neeley Salt Lake City

Legion boys plan summer program meeting

A local American Legion post calls a meeting for next Tuesday evening February 18 to plan summer activities. The session will be at 7 30 in the Library auditorium, with notices issued from the secretary's office today.

The American Legion Seecretary

Mrs Lee Bressler Convalesces After Idaho Trip

Mrs Lee Bressler formerly Mrs Laura Skougard returned from Idaho after the holiday and is reported convalescing. Mrs Henry Heap nursed her during her illness.

Lee Bressler Laura Skougard Idaho Henry Heap

Card of Thanks for Assistance After Loss

We thank friends and neighbors for help during illness and after the death of our baby daughter. Grateful for sympathy, comfort, singing, floral tributes and other kindnesses. Sincerely Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Matheson.

Wool buyers in Parowan meeting signals regional trade ties

W H Harvey of the With State Woolbrokers Assoc joined Jos Johnson of Salt Lake City and F W Middleton of Cedar City representing Draper & Company wool buyers in Parowan on Saturday night for a meeting of local wool growers. The visiting trio aimed to discuss market conditions and cooperative efforts.

W. H. Harvey With State Woolbrower Assoc Lion Jos. Johnson Salt Lake City F. W. Middleton Cedar City Drapr & Company Parowan Focal Wool, Growers

Paragonah Club Wins Rabbit Hunt in Local Meet

Members of the Paragonah Fish and Game Club topped a three-club rabbit hunting contest with Beaver and Parowan, after three hours of hunting with fifteen men per team. Legrand Robb led the winning team with 31 rabbits, Edgar Benson of Parowan was second with 34, and a banquet followed by a joint dance drew a large regional crowd.

Paragonah + Fish & Game Club Aparts Mens Clube Beaver Parowan Paragonah Legrand Robb Edgar Benson F Parowan Paragorah

Rabbit Hunter Loses Finger In Self Inflicted Shot

Within minutes of a rabbit hunt starting last Friday Rajon Dalton of Parowan lost a finger when his gun jammed and discharged during a frantic shell removal. The next finger was severely wounded but expected to heal.

Rajon Dalton Jt Ja

City Council approves high pressure pipe order for power plant

At a special meeting the City Council ordered 600 feet of welded iron pipe from Burnham Manufacturing to replace wood pipe in the power plant line this spring at an estimated cost near $2,500. They also set a five day pay deadline on a delinquent rights and water users list. Councilman Lyman said county cooperation will fund a new roof on the public safety building. Rasmussen's committee recommended hiring the light plant operator by month rather than contract.

Burnham Manufacturing Co Lyman Rasmussen Tha Tletric Fighta

Summit News Visitors from Cedar City

Mr and Mrs Bilk Adams of Cedar City spent Sunday visiting with Mrs Adams family the Cecar W Hulet family in Summit.

Bilk Adams Cedar City

Mrs Barbara Smith Returns to Work After Illness

Mrs Barbara Smith, previously hindered for several months by illness, has improved sufficiently to return to her duties at work.

Barbara Smith

Cedar City men tear down old Macfarlane home

Blessrs Wilford Lawrence Clarence Smith and Merle Radford are working in Cedar City tearing down the old Macfarlane house abandoned by Kenneth Macfarlane’s family after their new home was completed.

Local visitors share time with Bayles and guests

Mrs Jeanette Dalley Bayles spends weeks with her family while her husband tends sheep. Mr and Mrs Pernell Madsen from Cedar visit briefly. Wendall Bayles of Parowai, back from a mission, gave a splendid talk on Sunday evening.

Jeanette Dalley Bayles Mrs. Pernell Madsen Cedar Big Web Eder Wendall Bayles Parowai

Marriage Licenses Issued In Week By Clerk’s Office

Lee County Clerk’s office lists marriage licenses issued in the week. Howard Lee Shelp of Globs Arizona and Nora Failerton of St George are named in the records.

Lee Clerk's Office Howard-Lee Shelp Globs Arizona Nora, Failerton St. George

Also Mentioned on This Page

West End Silas Owena John M. Foster Paragonah News Mrs Merrill Lund Milford Mr. Lund C. M. Clark Tl. Mo Hendricksen Heira Ecy Messrs James C. Robinson Wm. H. Leman Albert Adams J. C. Robinson W. HH. Lymen Wilford May Albert Adamson J. B. Dalton Bobcats Montana State the Times A. BE. Matheson Faragonah Club Rabbit Hunter Little Finger City Summit News
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